1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. Both 1989 Plymouth Laser and 2002 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 133 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Laser | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
